Princess Bride,S. Morgenstern S Classic Tale Of True Love And High Adventure, The

William Goldman s beloved story of Buttercup Westley and their fellow adventurersThis tale of true love high adventure pirates princesses giants miracles fencing and a frightening assortment of wild beasts was unforgettably depicted in the 1987 film directed by Rob Reiner and starring Fred Savage Robin Wright and others But rich in character and satire the novel boasts even more layers of ingenious storytelling Set in 1941 and framed cleverly as an abridged retelling of a centuriesold tale set in the fabled country of Florin home to Beasts of all natures and descriptions Pain Death Brave men Coward men Strongest men Chases Escapes Lies Truths PassionsWilliam Goldman s modern fantasy classic is an exceptional story about questsfor riches revenge power and of course true lovethat s thrilling and timeless for readers of all ages